Seán Sherlock
Ceist:2417. Deputy Sean Sherlock asked the Minister for Health if services at a school (details supplied) will be retained. [20762/21]
Amharc ar fhreagraWednesday, 21 April 2021
Ceisteanna (2417)
Freagraí scríofa
As the Deputy will be aware, I have agreed with the HSE to pause the removal of therapists from all Special Schools who deliver on-site therapies while further engagement takes place. It is an issue for the HSE to engage with stakeholders in the relevant areas to ensure the rollout of the Progressing Disability Services (PDS) programme continues in light of this change to its implementation, which is an operational matter for the HSE.
I will be continuing to meet with the HSE to monitor its progress of the Programme, which I firmly believe will ensure that all children with special needs are supported and services are delivered in the most efficient, fair and timely way.
The HSE is continuing the roll out of the Progressing Disability Services for Children Programme in collaboration with all relevant stakeholders. Implementation Plans are being adapted in light of the pause to movement of onsite Special School therapists. The target for establishment of the remaining Children’s Disability Network Teams is June 2021.